Mack Owen's 7 year STR journey in Seattle (Ep.353)

Get Paid For Your PadSep 30, 202037m 14s92 viewsScore 85
Growth & Marketing
advanced
pivot strategy
master leasing
longer stays
cash flow management
VA hiring
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Summary

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Learn how Mack Owen pivoted his short-term rental business in Seattle during the COVID-19 crisis by shifting to 30-night stays. Discover key lessons from scaling to 100 units, including the importance of VAs, structured leases, and cash flow management.

Key insights

  • Master leasing in urban markets like Seattle can be risky due to seasonality and high fixed costs, especially during crises like the pandemic. Mack Owen scaled to 100 units using this model but faced challenges managing cash flow in winter.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Failing to negotiate long-term lease structures with landlords, such as fixed rents without increases or revenue share agreements, can negatively impact profitability when market conditions change.

Tools & resources

  • STR Legendscommunity

    STR Legends is a community for 7-figure STR business owners focused on doubling profit, offering networking and knowledge sharing opportunities.

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